Recent blog entries by MarkL

Just been discussing the pro's and con's of using templates
for a large scale PHP project with some people. The genral
concensus is the using PHP itself for templates is a good
way to go. Whilst i agree with this in principle i've
decided to use Smarty.

The reason being that i've found Smarty to supply the best
middle ground for developers and designers. I tested some
simple code out on a designer who knew no PHP whatsoever and
he found using {$IMAGE} extremely easy to use. Now, the
argument goes that if this person can use {$IMAGE} then why
not <?=$image?> ? I found the answer simply to be this:
When 'non php person' sees <?= their thought process goes
hmm->looks like code->hmm->brain core dumps. But for some
reason ($IMAGE} can be sold as 'special html' to them and
their brain copes better. There are many reason not to
use/use the different template systems around..but i
generally find the one that works best for you is the best
to use :)

"Aim for success, not perfection. Never give up your right
to be wrong, because then you will lose the ability to learn
new things and move forward with your life. Remember that
fear always lurks behind perfectionism. Confronting your
fears and allowing yourself the right to be human can,
paradoxically, make yourself a happier and more productive
person." -- Dr. David M. Burns

Starting to prepere for the new themes.org code. Getting CVS
repo set up, mailing lists sorted, designs designed, etc..etc..
We've lots of new people on board this time and we have
learnt from our mistakes in the past. This time around
should be much easier and focused. Easier navigation, one
click items, and above all..making it easy for people
to get themes! :o